Damian McCleod is a NY state licensed acupuncturist and has a Masters of Science Degree in Acupuncture from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM). Damian’s introduction to the actual practice of acupuncture came after having undergone his second reconstructive knee surgery. At the suggestion of his fellow martial artist and graduate of PCOM, he started receiving acupuncture treatments at the college’s clinic. After having first hand proof of the power of acupuncture, he dedicated himself to the pursuit of Chinese Medicine.

A major influence in his studies came from the martial arts, which he has been a practitioner of since 1993. Damian currently works with martial artist and other athletes in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, with a focus knee pain.

Part of Damian’s philosophy on medicine stems from his undergraduate education; he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Art from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. His view is, understanding the complex is a matter of having a firm grasp of the fundamentals. Whether you are creating a detailed painting or addressing a patient’s illness, seek out the underlying nature of what it is you’re observing – then you will know how to proceed.

Sarah became interested in acupuncture as a career during high school. She chose to study physiology at the Lyman Brigg's School of Michigan State University. After undergrad, Sarah continued her education at the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in Portland, OR. She spent 3 full years learning Chinese Medicine, including anatomy, physiology, Chinese medical theory, western pathology, acupuncture, Chinese herbology, nutrition, shiatsu massage, taichi,
and qigong. She also completed a 1 year internship in her last year of school, where she studied under both Chinese and Western acupuncturists and herbalists. She completed her qigong training with a certification to teach 1000 Hands Buddha Qigong.

Sarah has continued expanding her acupuncture knowledge by taking many continueing education courses. These include Chinese medical theory, the treatment of stress, anxiety, and pain, women's health, GI disorders and allergies. She has studied balance method with Dr. Tan, the Mei Zen Cosmetic acupuncture system, the Battlefield Acupuncture protocol for pain management and Chinese language. Most recently she has completed a 3 weekend intensive training in Sports Medicine Acupuncture and is working on completing the ABORM exam for certification in reproductive medicine.

The Vital Compass is an acupuncture, massage and herbal clinic featuring a full Chinese & Western herbal pharmacy including bulk, granule, tincture & patent herbs as well as many healthcare accessories. It is open to all practitioners who would like to use it for their prescriptions.

Maegan utilizes herbs & acupuncture to address acute and chronic conditions – from colds and flus to Lyme disease and autoimmune conditions. She is skilled in supporting individuals with issues with digestion, circulation, women’s health, allergies, chronic pain and beyond. She seeks to address all aspects of the individual, and particularly enjoys educating others about lifestyle choices that impact our health, and working with patients within the mental-emotional realm. Maegan also places heavy emphasis on herbal remedies, as she believes the condition of modern life leaves most patients in a depleted state requiring supplementation and nourishment.

Elements for Healthcare is the private practice for Barbara Wheeler, DiplAc, CAc, LMT, providing TCM acupuncture, massage therapy, and stress management education since 1999.